• HOT TICKET
It’s not The County, but it’s close
ELLIS PAUL, originally from Aroostook County, has made a name for himself nationally on the folk scene as a talented singer and songwriter. He’s back in Maine this week, playing with his band at One Longfellow Square.
WHEN: 8 p.m. Saturday
WHERE: One Longfellow Square, 181 State St., Portland
HOW MUCH: $18 in advance; $20 at the door
INFO: 761-1757; www.onelongfellowsquare.com
• CHEAP THRILL
High-tech musical mockery in Newry
BRUCE JACQUES is a music techie who combines live music with synthesizers and computers. He specializes in spoofing other artists, including Britney Spears and Slash. With a combination like that, how can you lose?
WHEN: 3 p.m. today
WHERE: The Foggy Goggle, Sunday River, Sunday River Road, Newry
HOW MUCH: Free
INFO: www.sundayriver.com
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